The golden and gray wood of this rectangular mirror gives it a soft look, true to the spirit of the countryside. Vintage, it combines a wooden frame with a reflective surface that captures light and naturally complements an entryway or a bedroom. Its wall presence adorns a section of the wall without heaviness and easily slips above a console or a dresser. One can imagine it surrounded by a light ceramic vase and a book placed underneath, in a simple and refined composition. A second-hand piece, it bears the marks of its history: a few traces of time. Length: 56 cm Width: 4 cm Height: 75.5 cm A Brief History of the Louis Philippe Mirror At that time, the mirrors of great monarchs were recognizable by their cornices laden with decorations. But during the reign of Louis-Philippe, a bourgeois style emerged, less concerned with originality than with comfort. The Louis-Philippe mirrors aimed to be more sober and streamlined. Unlike the mirrors of previous eras, the wood is no longer sculpted, but molded and coated with a glue primer. The top of the mirror frame is rounded, shaped like a gendarme's hat. For decoration, beads or acanthus leaves at the bottom highlight the cornice with a golden effect from gold leaf that illuminates the whole piece. Large mirrors placed over fireplaces bring clarity and perspective to living spaces.